The idea of eating three meals a day is now an intrinsic practice for many people, yet it's a relatively recent development in human history.

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When Did People Start Eating Three Meals a Day?

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T he idea of eating three meals a day is now an intrinsic practice for many people, yet it's a relatively recent development in human history. For centuries, meal habits were sporadic and dictated by various factors: success in hunting or agriculture, religious practices, work schedules, and even the availability of lighting among them. So how did we arrive at this trio of meals?

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